Trainee Cheesemaker

Connect Appointments is recruiting a Trainee Cheesemaker to join an established dairy manufacturing business based in Gifford.

This isn’t a standard production role. You’ll receive structured training across all key cheese making processes: from milk handling and pasteurisation through to culturing, coagulation, curd handling and maturation – progressing towards independent working as your competence develops.

• Ongoing temporary position
• 4-on 4-off night shift, 10pm to 6am
• £16.82 per hour – paid weekly
• Structured on‑the‑job training with clear competency progression

• Assisting in the manufacture of cheese and dairy products in accordance with approved recipes and specifications
• Monitoring key process parameters including temperature, time and pH, reporting any deviations promptly
• Operating production and packing equipment safely in line with Standard Operating Procedures
• Completing production and cleaning records accurately to support traceability and BRCGS compliance
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene in line with HACCP, allergen control and hygiene zoning requirements

• A Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate – ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is advantageous
• A genuine interest in developing a career in dairy and cheese making
• A reliable, detail‑focused approach with strong communication skills

Interested in this Trainee Cheesemaker role? Apply now or call us on (phone number removed).

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